Bell of the Ball: Introverts, Galas, & Crazy Church Members

This week on Hey, Are You Still There? , Mike flies solo for a fun and thought-provoking episode covering stand-up comedy, ministry, introversion, faith, and family life . Mike recaps a packed weekend that included performing clean stand-up comedy at the Friends of Stokes Shelter fundraising gala and preaching at the church of one of his former high school teachers. He also takes a deep dive into the often misunderstood world of introverts , explaining how someone who prefers quiet and solitude can still thrive on stage as both a pastor and stand-up comedian . The conversation shifts to family entertainment as Mike shares thoughts on rewatching Ted Lasso and The Walking Dead , leading to an unforgettable—and hilarious—story about a former church member who left the church because of Mike’s taste in television shows. If you enjoy clean comedy, Christian podcasts, faith-based conversations, ministry stories, personality insights, and behind-the-scenes looks at the life of a comedian and pastor , this episode is for you. Topics include: Stand-up comedy and performing at charity events Life as an introvert Ministry and public speaking Ted Lasso and The Walking Dead Funny church stories Faith, family, and everyday life Send us Fan Mail Support the show